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$237+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Europe

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 12/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — MAD
Jan 2 — Jan 91
Fri 1/2
Fri 1/9
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Europe
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Europe. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 3, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/1212:40 pmSAN - DUB
1 stop34h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/219:00 amDUB - SAN
1 stop34h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/2$425
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/1212:40 pmSAN - DUB
1 stop34h 30mAir Canada
Wed 1/219:00 amDUB - SAN
2 stops38h 04mAir Canada
Deal found 12/2$432
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/317:00 amSAN - DUB
1 stop17h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/116:35 pmDUB - SAN
2 stops35h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/1$446
This Finnair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Finnair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/299:23 amSAN - DUB
1 stop15h 17mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/1211:30 amDUB - SAN
2 stops29h 02mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/3$449
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/317:00 amSAN - DUB
1 stop17h 10mLufthansa
Mon 1/125:10 amDUB - SAN
2 stops25h 23mLufthansa
Deal found 12/1$452
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/310:52 amSAN - DUB
2 stops15h 28mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/79:00 amDUB - SAN
2 stops35h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/30$455
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/45:08 pmSAN - DUB
1 stop31h 02mUnited Airlines
Sat 12/139:00 amDUB - SAN
1 stop34h 53mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/30$456
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/112:45 pmSAN - DUB
2 stops34h 25mAir Canada
Mon 12/89:00 amDUB - SAN
2 stops38h 04mAir Canada
Deal found 12/1$457
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/306:15 amSAN - DUB
1 stop17h 30mDelta
Mon 1/1210:45 amDUB - SAN
1 stop21h 20mDelta
Deal found 12/1$458
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/316:15 amSAN - MAD
1 stop18h 00mDelta
Wed 1/146:00 amMAD - SAN
2 stops19h 37mDelta
Deal found 12/3$462
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/316:15 amSAN - MAD
1 stop18h 00mDelta
Mon 1/1211:00 amMAD - SAN
2 stops37h 40mDelta
Deal found 12/3$463
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/3010:30 pmSAN - MAD
2 stops24h 30mAir Canada
Thu 1/151:35 pmMAD - SAN
2 stops31h 18mAir Canada
Deal found 12/3$466

Find flight deals from San Diego to Europe

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Diego to Europe flight deals. Data was last updated December 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$391
(Ovago)

One-way from

$237
(Thrive Travel)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$886

Good round-trip deal

$598 or less

Good one-way deal

$312 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego to Europe that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 3, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Europe that are best for you.

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San DiegoDublin

SAN - DUB

SANDUB

San Diego

Tue 1/20

6:00 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop17h 40m

Dublin

Tue 2/10

5:25 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop30h 45m

$395

San DiegoDublin

SAN - DUB

SANDUB

San Diego

Mon 3/9

7:00 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop17h 40m

Dublin

Tue 3/17

6:05 pm-8:37 pm

2 stops33h 32m

$413

San DiegoDublin

SAN - DUB

SANDUB

San Diego

Wed 2/18

6:00 pm-5:00 pm

1 stop15h 00m

Dublin

Wed 2/25

8:50 am-4:10 pm

1 stop15h 20m

$417

San DiegoDublin

SAN - DUB

SANDUB

San Diego

Tue 2/17

6:00 pm-7:55 am

1 stop29h 55m

Dublin

Thu 2/26

8:50 am-4:10 pm

1 stop15h 20m

$418

San DiegoDublin

SAN - DUB

SANDUB

San Diego

Mon 2/16

6:00 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop17h 40m

Dublin

Wed 2/25

8:40 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop27h 30m

$418

San DiegoDublin

SAN - DUB

SANDUB

San Diego

Sun 2/15

6:00 pm-7:55 am

1 stop29h 55m

Dublin

Wed 2/25

1:10 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop35h 00m

$418

San DiegoDublin

SAN - DUB

SANDUB

San Diego

Mon 2/16

6:00 pm-5:05 pm

1 stop15h 05m

Dublin

Thu 2/26

8:50 am-4:10 pm

1 stop15h 20m

$418

San DiegoDublin

SAN - DUB

SANDUB

San Diego

Mon 3/23

7:00 pm-5:05 pm

1 stop15h 05m

Dublin

Tue 4/14

10:30 am-5:50 pm

1 stop15h 20m

$422

San DiegoDublin

SAN - DUB

SANDUB

San Diego

Sun 2/15

5:00 pm-8:10 am

1 stop31h 10m

Dublin

Tue 2/24

10:40 am-8:49 pm

2 stops18h 09m

$424

San DiegoDublin

SAN - DUB

SANDUB

San Diego

Sat 2/14

2:10 pm-8:10 am

1 stop34h 00m

Dublin

Tue 2/24

10:40 am-10:44 pm

1 stop20h 04m

$424

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Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Europe

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Europe from San Diego with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Diego to Europe

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Diego to Europe?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Europe (average of $202). Flying from San Diego to Europe in June is currently the most expensive (average of $733). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SAN to EU?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego to Europe. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 3, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from San Diego to Europe in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 10% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Diego to Europe?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Diego to Europe. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Diego to Europe flight should consider departing on Wednesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Europe

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Europe. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Europe. Reviews last updated December 3, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from San Diego to Europe by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,064 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,045 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,605 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,550 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Diego to Europe. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Diego to Europe?

    San Diego (SAN) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from San Diego to Europe. It is only a 2.6 mi journey to San Diego (SAN) from San Diego’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from San Diego to Europe?

    British Airways, Delta, and United Airlines can get you from San Diego to Europe in just under 17h 40m. Your travel time can differ by up to 2h 10m. The distance between San Diego and Europe is about 5194 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Diego to Europe one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is JetBlue, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $156. However, be on the lookout for offers from WestJet and Lufthansa, as they are both options that can get you from San Diego to Europe for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from San Diego to Europe?

    Most travelers choose San Diego - London Heathrow, San Diego - Madrid Barajas or San Diego - Rome Fiumicino when deciding on the best route from San Diego to Europe.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Diego to Europe that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Diego to Europe flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Diego to Europe?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Diego to Europe.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Diego to Europe?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego to Europe by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Diego to Europe?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Europe (average of $202). Flying from San Diego to Europe in June is currently the most expensive (average of $733). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 10 airlines flying from San Diego to Europe

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from San Diego to Europe. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetBlueCheapest$181Average$943FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$438Average$859FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
DeltaCheapest$438Average$869FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air FranceCheapest$463Average$854FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
KLMCheapest$463Average$898FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
British AirwaysCheapest$468Average$890FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
LufthansaCheapest$475Average$867FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
IberiaCheapest$483Average$870FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Air CanadaCheapest$523Average$947FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
United AirlinesCheapest$538Average$916FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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